Viola Riley
February 17, 1926 - January 28, 2016
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Viola M. "Vi" Riley, age 89 of rural Darlington, WI passed away Thursday, January 28, 2016 at Mineral Point Care Center in Mineral Point, WI. She was born February 17, 1926 in Shiocton, WI the daughter of Henry and Amanda (Beyer) Neuman. Vi graduated from Shiocton High School in 1944. She was united in marriage to Clifton L. Riley on July 26, 1954 in Brownsville, TN. Vi grew up in the Fox River Valley. She was a dance instructor for Arthur Murray Studios in Appleton, WI for a number of years. In 1958, following their marriage Vi and Clifton moved to the Calamine area to farm. In 1975 they built, owned, and operated Ranch House Lanes north of Darlington. Vi and her husband also owned and operated Ranch House Realty in Darlington for many years. Vi is survived by one son: Jefton (Jo Ann) Riley of Darlington, one daughter: Vicky (Albert Gandy) Hackney of Waupaca, WI; three grandsons: Jason (Kerry) Riley, Timothy (Jiahui Cheng) Riley, and Bryan Riley; and one great-grandson: Felix Riley. She was preceded in death by her parents Henry and Amanda; husband Clifton in 1993; and one brother: Melvin Neuman in 1937. Vi received Jesus Christ as her savior at age 77. She was an avid sports fan and enjoyed fishing and duck hunting. Vi will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her children, grandchildren, and several of her friends in Calamine. A visitation will be held Monday, February 1, 2016 from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Erickson Funeral Home (508 Main Street, Darlington) where a memorial service will be held at 5:00 P.M. with Rev. Nick J. McElrath of First Baptist Church in Darlington officiating. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ericksonfuneralhome.com.For those who prefer, a memorial fund has been established in Vi's name.
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Pamela K Johnson JonesJones
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I remember talking to Vi and Clifton many times. Along with Jefton and Vicki. Dad mowed her yard did her garden. We were neighbors for many years. She was always on the go for many years. Our deepest Sympathy to the family. .
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Jefton Riley
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My mother will be long remembered in our hearts and minds. She will not be forgotten as long as we are alive to remember her. Blessings to everyone who leaves a comment here. Remember death is only a momentary absence from the body and then we are present with the Lord of Hosts.
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Janice Foley
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Dear Sefton and Vicki....I so remember your folks from the ranch house...they offered bowling lessons so a bunch of us neighbor ladies sign Up and you were our teacher... your mom would holler over the counter...we had such fun...she was a classy lady...May she rest in peace....
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Myra Taylor
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Jefton and Family...I was so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. I feel like I've known Vi forever, but especially enjoyed visiting with her at the Ranch House. Your Mother was a beautiful,smart and classy lady who will be remembered by all. God bless all of you as you go through this difficult time.
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Morgan Heim
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You never realize what a big part of your life someone was until they are gone. When i found out Vi had passed away i thought about all the memories i had of her and realized how big of a part she was in my childhood. She was my nana's best friend. They would talk on the phone at least once a day if not more, they even had a signals with the blinds so they would know to call each other or if something was going on. She was the one who picked me up from school on the worst day of my life when my nana passed away but somehow she kept me calm and comforted on the ride home. Vi was a wonderful woman who will be greatly missed. I will never forget the memories i have of her. I am so sorry for your loss. Just remember she will always be with you. Morgan
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Robin and Rena McGinnis
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Jefton and Family! Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time